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Ranchitos del Norte, TX

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Ranchitos del Norte is a small town in Texas with a population of 308. Residents earn $51,359 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
308 Population 751/sq mi density
$51,359 Median Income $13,346 per capita
74°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,359 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,359
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

How Ranchitos del Norte Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population308
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density751/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,359
Per Capita$13,346
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute26 min

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured45.1%
Smoking16.5%
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation218 ft (66 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+43.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1

Is Ranchitos del Norte a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ranchitos del Norte receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ranchitos del Norte offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ranchitos del Norte is $51,359, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ranchitos del Norte has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Ranchitos del Norte has a population of 308 with a density of 751 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.8%).

Population

308
Total Population
751
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.1%
Female 27.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ranchitos del Norte vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ranchitos del Norte vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ranchitos del Norte is $51,359, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Ranchitos del Norte vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,359
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,346
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)666
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare108
Retail128
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone31.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home57.4%

Walkability

In Ranchitos del Norte, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 45.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 18.7% report depression. 39.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ranchitos del Norte vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma8.0%
COPD5.1%
Cancer2.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity39.7%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured45.1%
424% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,885
Dentists1:6,573
Mental Health1:3,140
Checkup Rate58.7%
Dental Visits31.9%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities108
Ranchitos del Norte has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation218 ft (66 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density751/sq mi
Coordinates26.4004°N, 98.8715°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48427
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+43.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density751/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone31.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home57.4%

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